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Soldiers on the Russian frontier at Helmstedt, Germany
Three soldiers (two British, one Russian) on the Russian frontier at Helmstedt, Germany, standing in front of a British Zone sign. From the late 1940s to 1990, Helmstedt was the location of a major border crossing between the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic. Date: circa 1946
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Media ID 14390317
© The Kathy Butler Collection / Mary Evans
Checkpoint Cold Frontier Jack Postwar Territory Zone
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this captivating fine art print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. Depicting a pivotal moment during the Second World War, this evocative image captures the tension and camaraderie between three soldiers - two British and one Russian - on the Russian frontier at Helmstedt, Germany. Taken from the vast archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, making it an essential addition to any history enthusiast's collection or a thoughtful gift for those with an appreciation for historical art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.6cm x 50.8cm (18.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, three soldiers stand solemnly in front of a British Zone sign at Helmstedt, Germany, marking the border between the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic. The year is circa 1946, and the aftermath of World War II casts a long shadow over the scene. Two of the soldiers wear the uniforms of the British Army, their faces set with determination and resolve. The third soldier wears the uniform of the Russian Army, his expression more guarded and wary. The Cold War was just beginning to take shape, and Helmstedt had become a major border crossing point between the Eastern Bloc and the Western Allies. The British flag flies proudly in the background, a symbol of the occupation forces that had arrived to help rebuild Germany in the wake of the devastating conflict. The Russian soldier stands slightly apart from his British counterparts, a reminder of the political and ideological divisions that would come to define the post-war era. The soldiers' uniforms and the Zone sign are worn and weathered, bearing the marks of the harsh conditions and the passing of time. The photograph captures a moment of tension and uncertainty, as the soldiers stand on the frontier between two worlds, poised to face the challenges of the future. The image is a powerful reminder of the complex and often fraught history of the 20th century, and the enduring impact of the events that shaped it.
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